On the camino to
Santiago de Compostela
The Camino de Santiago
Walking or cycling one of the most famous pilgrimage route, the Saint James route (Camino de Santiago in Spanish) has grown tremendously in popularity in recent years. Santiago de Compostela can be reached via many different camino routes. The route through Limburg is one of them.
Reflection
The reasons why people want to walk or cycle this long-distance route are extremely diverse. Some people do it to take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, while others want to develop personal insights as well as deeper contact with their fellow human beings. The reason for reflection is different for each person and so are the experiences you will have during the trip.
Minimalist
Because you travel with minimal luggage, doing the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela is a huge challenge but, above all, a personal victory. How you complete the Pilgrimage of St James is different for everyone. Some do one stage a year; from the Netherlands, the route is about 2,400 kilometres long. While there are also pilgrims who take a sabbatical to complete the route.
Camino through Limburg
When you decide to follow the Saint James path, we recommend you seek advice from the Dutch Society of Saint James. In Limburg, the Foundation Pilgrims' Ways to St James is active. Together with the route managers, they ensure, among other things, the correct signposting of the Jacob's path through Limburg. In Roermond, there is the possibility for pilgrims to spend the night in the refugio of St Christopher's Cathedral. On presentation of the pilgrim's pass, a personal credential and a €5 payment, you will receive the keys to the refugio at Theaterhotel de Oranjerie.
